Question

question 29
paired homologous chromosomes separate during which stage of meiosis?
metaphase 2 of meiosis 2
prophase 1 of meiosis 1
anaphase 1 of meiosis 1

Explanation:

• Metaphase 2 of meiosis 2: In this stage, sister chromatids align at the equatorial plate, not homologous chromosomes.
• Prophase 1 of meiosis 1: Homologous chromosomes pair up (synapsis) and crossing - over occurs, but they do not separate here.
• Anaphase 1 of meiosis 1: Homologous chromosomes are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

Answer:

Anaphase 1 of meiosis 1